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Death Valley

California~8 hr drive from the BayBest: October–April (summer is dangerously hot)
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Discover the stunning lands of Death Valley — beautiful sand dunes, deep canyons, and natural hot springs in one of the most unique landscapes on earth.

Don't Miss

  • Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes
  • Badwater Basin (lowest point in North America)
  • Artist's Palette
  • Stargazing (Dark Sky Park)

Trail Notes

  • Fuel up at every opportunity — stations are 50+ miles apart inside the park
  • Mesquite Flat sand dunes are magic at sunrise, before the heat and crowds
  • Carry double the water you think you need, even in winter
  • Badwater Basin, Artist's Drive, and Zabriskie Point chain into one perfect afternoon loop
  • Cell service is nonexistent — download offline maps before you lose signal
  • New moon nights here are among the darkest skies in America

Take the Jeep to Death Valley

Rooftop tent, camp kitchen, fridge, and recovery gear included — just add food and a sense of adventure.